Dr. Shailendra Kumar is a visionary financial journalist with over 30 years of experience, known for founding India’s first online taxation, trade, and economic news portal, Tax India Online (TIOL). His work bridges communication gaps between tax administrations, policymakers, and taxpayers. As Chairman of the TIOL Knowledge Foundation, he promotes fiscal thought leadership and economic awareness in India and beyond. Awarded the World Customs Organization Certificate of Merit and an honorary Doctorate in Public Policy, Mr. Kumar is also a published author and an advocate for compliance and transparency in public policy and tax reform. His popular weekly column, The Cob (Web), has run uninterrupted since 2006, providing insights into India’s economic landscape.